The Sundialhttp://sundial.csun.eduBreaking CSUN news and information.en-USTue, 31 Mar 2015 02:27:47 PDThttp://wordpress.org/?v=4.1hourly1Spring Break Fun Tips – LIFECLASH EP. 5http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/Ehw41B-x_JA/FeaturedWatch#lifeclashDelmy MoranTue, 31 Mar 2015 02:24:20 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90597We all can’t wait for Spring Break to get here! but are we prepared for it? Here are a couple of Spring Break tips from hot spots, to fashion do’s, workout places and even a special DIY Drinks segment. Don’t forget to subscribe, and have an awesome Spring Break everyone!

]]>We all can&#8217;t wait for Spring Break to get here! but are we prepared for it? Here are a couple of Spring Break tips from hot spots, to fashion do&#8217;s, workout places and even a special DIY Drinks segment. Don&#8217;t forget to subscribe, and have an awesome Spring Break everyone! &#160;http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/spring-break-fun-tips-lifeclash-ep-5/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/spring-break-fun-tips-lifeclash-ep-5/KCSN News: March 30th, 2015http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/nVfYdpcExcc/KCSN NewsKCSNDaniel ShinMon, 30 Mar 2015 22:39:01 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90595The Sundial presents KCSN’s Evening News Update for March 30th, 2015. Here are the headlines:

The city of Los Angeles seeks to boost filming by streamlining permits and keeping fees low for production companies.

Finding a job near home is getting harder for millions of Americans forced to commute more miles to work.

Getting evicted from an apartment or home may result in depression, poorer health, and higher levels of stress.

A class action lawsuit claims that some of the nation’s top wines have high levels of arsenic.

The LA City Controller’s office has created an online portal to find out how the Department of Water and Power spends its money.

]]>The Sundial presents KCSN&#8217;s Evening News Update for March 30th, 2015. Here are the headlines: The city of Los Angeles seeks to boost filming by streamlining permits and keeping fees low for production companies. Finding a job near home is getting harder for millions of Americans forced to commute more miles to work. Getting evicted from an apartment or home may result in depression, poorer health, and higher levels of stress. A class action lawsuit claims that some of the nation’s top wines have high levels of arsenic. The LA City Controller’s office has created an online portal to find out how the Department of Water and Power spends its money.http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/kcsn-news-march-30th-2015/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/kcsn-news-march-30th-2015/KCSN News: March 27th, 2015http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/Jir3Z3sKQYk/KCSN NewsKCSNDaniel ShinMon, 30 Mar 2015 22:36:28 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90593The Sundial presents KCSN’s Evening News Update for March 27th, 2015. Here are the headlines:

Due to low voter turnout, California lawmakers are considering a major expansion of vote by mail balloting.

The city of Los Angeles will be taking a proactive approach to tackling illegal dumping and trash in the streets.

The Obama administration will regulate fracking, the controversial oil drilling technique that has raised widespread concerns about possible groundwater contamination.

The US Supreme Court will be weighing the rights of mentally ill suspects after a number of police involved shootings sparked federal investigations.

The maker of a well known car seat for children will have to pay a $3 million fine to the government.

]]>The Sundial presents KCSN&#8217;s Evening News Update for March 27th, 2015. Here are the headlines: Due to low voter turnout, California lawmakers are considering a major expansion of vote by mail balloting. The city of Los Angeles will be taking a proactive approach to tackling illegal dumping and trash in the streets. The Obama administration will regulate fracking, the controversial oil drilling technique that has raised widespread concerns about possible groundwater contamination. The US Supreme Court will be weighing the rights of mentally ill suspects after a number of police involved shootings sparked federal investigations. The maker of a well known car seat for children will have to pay a $3 million fine to the government.http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/kcsn-news-march-27th-2015/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/kcsn-news-march-27th-2015/MEChA encourages higher education with 17th annual Raza Youth Conferencehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/bU-hDOIdnI4/NewsMEChAMichael ArvizuMon, 30 Mar 2015 22:26:16 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90588For a time, graduating high school and going to college was the last thing on Kevin Herrera and Bryant Sandoval’s minds.

Herrera, an 11th grader at Maya Angelou High School in South Central Los Angeles saw himself as a bad student. Boxing and mixed martial arts — not to mention a kick in the pants from his mother and father — forced Sandoval to change his outlook on life.

“While I have the chance, I am going to take it,” Sandoval said.And it was watching his parents’ struggle to put food on the table that forced Sandoval to change his life toward a successful future.

“They personally told me, ‘We don’t want you to be like us; we want you to succeed in life,’” Sandoval recalls his parents telling him. “That changed my whole life. That really made me think twice about what I had.”

After deciding to stay in school, things began falling in place for both teens. They have a supportive network of friends, pursue hobbies they enjoy, and have a better idea of what they want to do with their future.

Herrera has his sights set on attending either CSUN or a college in Oregon. Sandoval hopes to attend either Cal Poly Pomona, USC, or a college in Oregon.

The classmates were two of over 500 students who attended the 17th annual Raza Youth Conference, hosted by MEChA de CSUN, on March 28. The conference hosted students from high schools all over the Los Angeles area, and as far north as Victorville, and featured a variety of workshops, keynote speakers and presentations.

“We talked about the pros and cons about going to college, and why some people wouldn’t go to college, but mostly about the benefits that you would get,” said Norelia Cedano, a 10th grader at Arleta High School. “Some other information I got was how to apply for scholarships. That was some information that I didn’t know.”

Themed “Momachtiani” — Nahuatl for the idea of self-taught knowledge — the conference was aimed primarily at high school students of color, with a focus to provide students with resources to shape their future beyond high school.

“The purpose to have this conference is to really motivate the youth, students of color, into higher education,” said Edgar Cruz, main organizer of the Raza Youth Conference. “Students are given resources to really get to know what’s out there and start thinking, which relates to our theme.”
Keynote speaker Carolyn Vera speaks during the 17th annual MEChA de CSUN Raza Youth Conference on Saturday, March 28, 2015. Photo credit: Michael Arvizu

Cruz said he would like to see more representation of Latinos in higher education, especially ivy league schools.

Speaking after her keynote address to the conference youth, Carolyn Vera feels the playing field is uneven for Latinos and youth of color who seek to pursue a higher education. In general, she said, higher education for people of color tends to be out of reach when compared to their white counterparts.

“We want access to equity, which means that we want all of our youth to have the resources, the capacities and the ability to be able to apply to college and to be able to go into higher education — if they want to,” Vera said.

Students don’t need a perfect record and a 4.0 grade point average to set foot in a college class, Vera said. And, Vera said, if students choose not to attend college after high school, they should have access to resources that will help them pursue other sources of education.

Coming out of high school, Vera never achieved a 4.0 grade point average, she said, yet she was able to attend college and earn her undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley. Today, she organizes with Los Angeles Immigrant Youth coalition and works at Community Coalition as a parent organizer.

“Higher education is not advertised or promoted as a generative possibility for youth of color in low-income communities, such as the ones that are here today,” Vera said. “So the reason that conferences like MEChA de CSUN’s Raza Youth Conference matter is that they bring students to a university.”

Although still in sixth grade at Fillmore Middle School, Edward Gomez felt Saturday’s conference gave him an idea of what college he wants to attend, even if it’s years away.

“When I’m all grown up, I want to know which college I want to go to,” he said. “I think I might go to see more colleges and know which one is the perfect one for me.”

]]>For a time, graduating high school and going to college was the last thing on Kevin Herrera and Bryant Sandoval&#8217;s minds. Herrera, an 11th grader at Maya Angelou High School in South Central Los Angeles saw himself as a bad student. Boxing and mixed martial arts &#8212; not to mention a kick in the pants from his mother and father &#8212; forced Sandoval to change his outlook on life. &#8220;While I have the chance, I am going to take it,&#8221; Sandoval said.And it was watching his parents&#8217; struggle to put food on the table that forced Sandoval to change his life toward a successful future. &#8220;They personally told me, &#8216;We don&#8217;t want you to be like us; we want you to succeed in life,&#8217;&#8221; Sandoval recalls his parents telling him. &#8220;That changed my whole life. That really made me think twice about what I had.&#8221; After deciding to stay in school, things began falling in place for both teens. They have a supportive network of friends, pursue hobbies they enjoy, and have a better idea of what they want to do with their future. Herrera has his sights set on attending either CSUN or a college in Oregon. Sandoval hopes to attend either Cal Poly Pomona, USC, or a college in Oregon. &#8220;Here, it&#8217;s pretty chill, but it&#8217;s too quiet,&#8221; Herrera said, laughing, about Oregon. The classmates were two of over 500 students who attended the 17th annual Raza Youth Conference, hosted by MEChA de CSUN, on March 28. The conference hosted students from high schools all over the Los Angeles area, and as far north as Victorville, and featured a variety of workshops, keynote speakers and presentations. &#8220;We talked about the pros and cons about going to college, and why some people wouldn&#8217;t go to college, but mostly about the benefits that you would get,&#8221; said Norelia Cedano, a 10th grader at Arleta High School. &#8220;Some other information I got was how to apply for scholarships. That was some information that I didn&#8217;t know.&#8221; Themed &#8220;Momachtiani&#8221; &#8212; Nahuatl for the idea of self-taught knowledge &#8212; the conference was aimed primarily at high school students of color, with a focus to provide students with resources to shape their future beyond high school. &#8220;The purpose to have this conference is to really motivate the youth, students of color, into higher education,&#8221; said Edgar Cruz, main organizer of the Raza Youth Conference. &#8220;Students are given resources to really get to know what&#8217;s out there and start thinking, which relates to our theme.&#8221; Cruz said he would like to see more representation of Latinos in higher education, especially ivy league schools. Speaking after her keynote address to the conference youth, Carolyn Vera feels the playing field is uneven for Latinos and youth of color who seek to pursue a higher education. In general, she said, higher education for people of color tends to be out of reach when compared to their white counterparts. &#8220;We want access to equity, which means that we want all of our youth to have the resources, the capacities and the ability to be able to apply to college and to be able to go into higher education &#8212; if they want to,&#8221; Vera said. Students don&#8217;t need a perfect record and a 4.0 grade point average to set foot in a college class, Vera said. And, Vera said, if students choose not to attend college after high school, they should have access to resources that will help them pursue other sources of education. Coming out of high school, Vera never achieved a 4.0 grade point average, she said, yet she was able to attend college and earn her undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley. Today, she organizes with Los Angeles Immigrant Youth coalition and works at Community Coalition as a parent organizer. &#8220;Higher education is not advertised or promoted as a generative possibility for youth of color in low-income communities, such as the ones that are here today,&#8221; Vera said. &#8220;So the reason that conferences like MEChA de CSUN&#8217;s Raza Youth Conference matter is that they bring students to a university.&#8221; Although still in sixth grade at Fillmore Middle School, Edward Gomez felt Saturday&#8217;s conference gave him an idea of what college he wants to attend, even if it&#8217;s years away. &#8220;When I&#8217;m all grown up, I want to know which college I want to go to,&#8221; he said. &#8220;I think I might go to see more colleges and know which one is the perfect one for me.&#8221;http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/mecha-encourages-higher-education-with-17th-annual-raza-youth-conference/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/mecha-encourages-higher-education-with-17th-annual-raza-youth-conference/SRC introduces activity program for children of faculty & staffhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/4HeF7vwXqTE/NewsSRCyouth activity programMadeline SensibileMon, 30 Mar 2015 22:14:17 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90585In order to get children moving today, CSUN’s own Student Recreation Center has introduced the Youth Activity Program running now until April 18.

All members of the SRC, including students, faculty, staff, and other members are encouraged to participate in this new program to promote health, exercise, and happy living. The Youth Activity Program was piloted during the Fall 2014 semester.

Amanda Christianson, who is the fitness coordinator at the SRC, is running the program, aiming to get children from ages 3-6 exercising. The program will feature “Jr. Dance Mania” this semester, and will be happening Saturdays until April 18. The 45-minute classes will provide children with an extracurricular activity that they may not necessarily get during the school week.

“This spring we put forth more marketing efforts and reached out to the preschools on campus, this first series is completely sold out,” said Sarah Salute, the SRC’s Fitness and Wellness Manager.

While children do have physical education classes at school, this new program promotes more fun and less structured exercise for young students. Usually, physical education classes at school involve running laps, playing games, and more, while the Youth Activity Program is a more creative outlet for the children and grandchildren of all SRC members.

“The reason we’re running it is that we received feedback from members that they were interested in dance classes or activity classes for their children,” Salute said. “We do have quite a bit of faculty, staff, and even students and alumni that use the facility. They do take advantage of our family membership where you can bring in a sponsored child to use the facility.”

While their parents or grandparents workout, the children can get their own workout too in an environment that is tailored to their age group instead of having to go to a daycare center.

“In general, the initiative is to fight obesity, and to keep our children active” Salute added.

Many gyms do have daycare centers, but CSUN offers something different with the Youth Activity Program.

“From what I hear from all the parents I talk to, all their children absolutely love it” said Salute.

]]>In order to get children moving today, CSUN&#8217;s own Student Recreation Center has introduced the Youth Activity Program running now until April 18. All members of the SRC, including students, faculty, staff, and other members are encouraged to participate in this new program to promote health, exercise, and happy living. The Youth Activity Program was piloted during the Fall 2014 semester. Amanda Christianson, who is the fitness coordinator at the SRC, is running the program, aiming to get children from ages 3-6 exercising. The program will feature &#8220;Jr. Dance Mania&#8221; this semester, and will be happening Saturdays until April 18. The 45-minute classes will provide children with an extracurricular activity that they may not necessarily get during the school week. &#8220;This spring we put forth more marketing efforts and reached out to the preschools on campus, this first series is completely sold out,&#8221; said Sarah Salute, the SRC&#8217;s Fitness and Wellness Manager. While children do have physical education classes at school, this new program promotes more fun and less structured exercise for young students. Usually, physical education classes at school involve running laps, playing games, and more, while the Youth Activity Program is a more creative outlet for the children and grandchildren of all SRC members. &#8220;The reason we&#8217;re running it is that we received feedback from members that they were interested in dance classes or activity classes for their children,&#8221; Salute said. &#8220;We do have quite a bit of faculty, staff, and even students and alumni that use the facility. They do take advantage of our family membership where you can bring in a sponsored child to use the facility.&#8221; While their parents or grandparents workout, the children can get their own workout too in an environment that is tailored to their age group instead of having to go to a daycare center. &#8220;In general, the initiative is to fight obesity, and to keep our children active&#8221; Salute added. Many gyms do have daycare centers, but CSUN offers something different with the Youth Activity Program. &#8220;From what I hear from all the parents I talk to, all their children absolutely love it&#8221; said Salute.http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/src-introduces-activity-program-for-children-of-faculty-staff/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/src-introduces-activity-program-for-children-of-faculty-staff/Students win Nazarian business case competition after 70 hours of workhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/P-pvnjAmWxA/FeaturedNewsWynnona LoredoMon, 30 Mar 2015 17:11:22 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90555With a total of $8,000 on the line and countless hours of work invested in their 20-minute presentation, none of the finalists could afford to lose.

The Business Honors Program hosted its 14th annual case competition in which CSUN business students collaborated in two- to four-member teams to win a $4,000 cash prize, which would be split among team members. Another $4,000 could be donated to a Nazarian College organization or department of their choice.

To win, teams analyze a Harvard business case – based on a real company – and showcase their best recommendations to the top-level executive judges in the Oviatt library’s Jack Florence presentation room. This year, finalists had three weeks to solidify ideas for Mission Produce, its avocados and its supply chain possibilities.

This year, the two-round tournament started with nine teams and was cut to the top three for the second stage.

During the first round, three Nazarian College professors evaluated the teams and decided who would advance. Finalists included Devon Coombs, Kristine Diwa and Josiah Deveau (Team 1); 2013 and 2014 repeat winners Steven Spanton and Pedro Vargas (Team 2); and Justin Fleming, Joveen Grewal and Alec Ledoux (Team 3).

For the second round, Business Honors Program director Barbara Gross partnered with the development office and solicited prominent alumni, friends of the college, advisory board members and donors to judge. One judge was multimillionaire David Nazarian, the donor after whom the business college was named.

After an exclusive networking mixer for tournament participants, doors were opened to the public so they could cheer teams on as the finalists pitch their recommendations in the last leg of the competition.

At about 8:30 p.m., the judges returned from deliberation, the spectators moved back to their seats and the teams awaited to hear their team number called as Barbara Gross announced the winners.

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Fleming checks his numbers and writes his findings on the board behind him. Since Ledoux works in the Juniper Hall computer lab, he has at-will access to the computer rooms. This access allowed them to use Juniper Hall 2125 for all their meetings, a room equipped with a projector and two white boards in addition to all the computers. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

During the first round of competition, the trio decided to call themselves Juniper Consulting. Initially, it was a joke referring to the name of the business college's building; the initial logo looked like the regular spelling of "Juniper Consulting" but instead of the "i" in Juniper, it was replaced with a juniper tree. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

Juniper Consulting would bring food and snacks and stay in Juniper Hall 2125 for hours, only leaving to use the restroom, take a break, get water or go home. On this day, their diet consisted of jelly beans, pizza and grocery-bought rotisserie chicken. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

Juniper Consulting would meet at school on weekends from approximately 10:00am to10:00pm. On one Sunday, they stayed until about 1:30am because the final powerpoint was due the next day at 9:00am. According to Fleming, after coming home, he noticed a mistake on the slides and the team stayed up another hour correcting it. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

At times, the team would joke around with each other, roll around in the chairs and explore the internet. Fleming and Grewal's girlfriend, Krischen, are in the computer camera's frame as they attempt to video chat with people on Omegle, a random chat website. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

The final round case assigned to the teams was about Mission Produce's avocados. Fleming writes avocado or guacamole-inspired variations of famous firms' names while Ledoux and Grewal continue working on the analysis. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

Hours before their competition presentation, Grewal conducts one of his final rehearsals while Ledoux critiques him. Because the final round was on a Monday, the team was unable to use the computer lab due to its regular operating hours, so they found an open classroom under the Oviatt library and practiced there. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

Grewal reviews the team's slides to see what material they can skip. During timed practices, the team kept surpassing their 20-minute time limit, which can lead to point deductions during competition. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

Fleming (left) and Grewal (right) pace the classroom and listen to Ledoux as he practices presenting his segment at around 3:53pm-- almost two hours before the official commencement of the 14th annual case competition, sponsored by the Business Honors Program. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

Case competition winners receive $4,000 to split among themselves and another $4,000 to donate to a Nazarian College department or organization of their choice. For the past two years, senior Steven Spanton (finance and management) has been on the winning case competition team and has advanced again to the final round this year. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

Juniper Consulting takes their positions in the front of the room and stares out into the crowd minutes before their start time. The event was open to the public; family, friends, faculty and staff members came out to support the three teams. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

Ledoux answers a panelist's question during the question and answer portion of their presentation. Unlike the first round judges, which consisted of Nazarian College professors, the final round panelists were executives chosen by the development office and Business Honors Program's director, Dr. Barbara Gross. These executives included alumni, friends of the college of business, college advisory board members and donors like David Nazarian. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

Finalist Devon Coombs (left) shows Fleming (middle) and Ledoux (right) how his team approached the case as they wait for the judges to return. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

Juniper Consulting is crowned as the 2015 Nazarian College Case Competition champions. Two-time winner Steven Spanton looks over Grewal’s shoulder as his streak is broken and Dr. Gross (left) presents the team with their participation certificates. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

The team holds the trophy as they pose for pictures with judges like National Notary Association chairman Milt Valera after they are pronounced as victors. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

After undergoing the tournament process and winning, the three are looking more into the consulting business and have decided to team up again to participate in upcoming case competitions. Wynnona Loredo / Staff Photographer

]]>With a total of $8,000 on the line and approximately 60 hours of work invested in their 20-minute presentation, Juniper Consulting could not afford to lose.http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/started-from-the-bottom-of-the-supply-chain-now-were-here/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/started-from-the-bottom-of-the-supply-chain-now-were-here/SOTW: Spring Collection Vol. 11http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/UCtXfUXbB9o/Culture ClashEntertainmentFeaturedSongs of the WeekSOTWVincent NguyenMon, 30 Mar 2015 16:30:00 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90549Follow @reportervince

This week’s playlist is quite jazzy and laid back, with appearances by Fantastic Negrito and Charles Hamilton. Allan Kingdom, who is featured on Kanye West’s “All Day,” makes his debut on the Spring Collection with his killer track, “Keep it Easy,” and Bodega Bamz comes out with Flatbush Zombies with a solid song in “Bring ‘Em Out.” New artists, new tracks, so check it out and enjoy the rest of the week with this volume of the Spring Collection.

The Sundial staff honors and cherishes fan feedback, so if you have any music requests or input, tweet at@Reportervince or @dailysundial or @kristinehannah8 to give us some suggestions! After all, you guys aren’t the only ones out there listening to stuff.

Some time in between May and April, where college students throw away all of their morals and inhibitions—usually somewhere in Mexico or San Diego. They drink copious amounts of alcohol, take way too many pictures, that later have to be deleted so Grandma doesn’t see them pop up on her Facebook wall.

What is it about Spring Break that makes us all feel like we can get away with cage dancing and making out with street performers?

I personally feel that this is the one week where a persons true self comes out.

If you think about it, you’re in a foreign area surrounded by people that you will never see ever again. Yes your closest friends with you but they are making the same decisions as you are, so they have no room to judge you.

The preparation for spring break is exhausting.

Your gyms will be filled with the lovely odor of spray tans and sweat, and the loud grunting noises of the people trying to desperately lose the extra two pounds or gain extra muscle, to look good in their bathing suits.

Just as a forewarning to all of you, if this is the first time you have stepped into a gym this semester, you will probably not be looking like your favorite supermodel or jock by the time you board the plane.

Now, if there is one thing you should be training, it’s your alcohol tolerance. OK, I’m joking but no one wants to deal with you being sloppy drunk on their spring break. So, drink what you can handle or have fun being hungover and missing out on half of your spring break.

I mean yes, while preparing you have to remember that you are still in school. We have to do our homework and get ready for the test that our professor decided to make on the last day of class, so that we couldn’t skip and start break early. But, don’t use this as an excuse to end up in the hospital during spring break.

I mean hey, I know a girl that made out with Johnny Football in Cabo just because she could! You could completely miss that because you were too busy making out with your toilet bowl.

You still have a week to decide what your game plan is but just remember, what you do with the person that will rub sunscreen on your back is strictly your business. But, what happens in Spring Break can result in a phone call to your parents, or even worse, a disease.

Stephanie’s spring break rules— 1. only drink what you can handle; 2. use protection.

]]>Stephanie&#8217;s definition of spring break: Some time in between May and April, where college students throw away all of their morals and inhibitions&#8212;usually somewhere in Mexico or San Diego. They drink copious amounts of alcohol, take way too many pictures, that later have to be deleted so Grandma doesn&#8217;t see them pop up on her Facebook wall. What is it about Spring Break that makes us all feel like we can get away with cage dancing and making out with street performers? I personally feel that this is the one week where a persons true self comes out. If you think about it, you&#8217;re in a foreign area surrounded by people that you will never see ever again. Yes your closest friends with you but they are making the same decisions as you are, so they have no room to judge you. The preparation for spring break is exhausting. Your gyms will be filled with the lovely odor of spray tans and sweat, and the loud grunting noises of the people trying to desperately lose the extra two pounds or gain extra muscle, to look good in their bathing suits. Just as a forewarning to all of you, if this is the first time you have stepped into a gym this semester, you will probably not be looking like your favorite supermodel or jock by the time you board the plane. Now, if there is one thing you should be training, it&#8217;s your alcohol tolerance. OK, I&#8217;m joking but no one wants to deal with you being sloppy drunk on their spring break. So, drink what you can handle or have fun being hungover and missing out on half of your spring break. I mean yes, while preparing you have to remember that you are still in school. We have to do our homework and get ready for the test that our professor decided to make on the last day of class, so that we couldn&#8217;t skip and start break early. But, don&#8217;t use this as an excuse to end up in the hospital during spring break. I mean hey, I know a girl that made out with Johnny Football in Cabo just because she could! You could completely miss that because you were too busy making out with your toilet bowl. You still have a week to decide what your game plan is but just remember, what you do with the person that will rub sunscreen on your back is strictly your business. But, what happens in Spring Break can result in a phone call to your parents, or even worse, a disease. Stephanie&#8217;s spring break rules&#8212; 1. only drink what you can handle; 2. use protection.http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/the-breaking-of-spring/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/the-breaking-of-spring/CSUN On Point: March 24th, 2015http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/aGQZnrkX1P8/NewscastsWatchCSUN On PointislamKyle GhafouriMon, 30 Mar 2015 13:30:29 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90541The Bogeyman Thesis: Islamophobia Examined

On Point reports on stereotypes of Islam, with CSUN Political Science professors Dr. Boris Ricks and Dr. Kassem Nabulsi, and the Muslim Public Affairs Council’s Edina Lekovic.

]]>The Bogeyman Thesis: Islamophobia Examined On Point reports on stereotypes of Islam, with CSUN Political Science professors Dr. Boris Ricks and Dr. Kassem Nabulsi, and the Muslim Public Affairs Council&#8217;s Edina Lekovic.http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/csun-on-point-march-24th-2015/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/csun-on-point-march-24th-2015/Back up plans for spring breakhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/hPrvjsQbGxQ/Culture ClashAiyi KangMon, 30 Mar 2015 13:00:00 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90537Semesters are long and students are more than ready for a break. We’ve reached that time of the year again when we escape our grueling study schedules to indulge in a week of rest, relaxation and belligerent day drinking.

If you still haven’t booked your flight, or not so sure where to go here’s a list of vacation plans you could pull together.

Las Vegas, Nevada

If you’re looking for a spring break day that only exists as recovery time from the long nights, then head to Vegas. Glitzy and glam, the night life never gets old. Grab your singles for gambling or hit up the many clubs at almost any time of day.

The Linq with a reach of 550-feet above the Las Vegas strip is the high roller observation wheel that is a must for Vegas tourists. Now with LivingSocial check in, guests can get $30 for one daytime (noon to 4 p.m.) 30 minutes all-you-can-drink ride ticket or $35 for one nighttime (10 p.m. to 1 a.m.) ride.

Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Lake is not just a wintertime ski destination. It also offers a breath of mountain-fresh air throughout the year. Far from the concrete jungle of L.A, yet less than 100 miles from the City of Angels, this rustic outpost in the San Bernardino Mountains affords easy access to hundreds of miles of hiking trails. Don’t forget the centerpiece of the resort – the 6.5-square-mile Big Bear Lake. Here, hang in the water with paddles and fishing poles in hand to soak up the sun and commune with nature at a leisurely pace.

Big Bear Lake Front Lodge offers a $69 one-night stay for up to four people in a two-queen garden-view room or kitchen, Sundays through Thursdays. Or a two-night stay for $199, Fridays and Saturdays.

Desert Hot Springs

Known as America’s Spa City, Desert Hot Springs has been host to a wellspring of world-class resort ever since Hollywood hotshots started swarming here in the 1950s. The desert oasis was built atop two mineral-rich hot water aquifers that continues to offer a respite for the rich and famous, as well as overworked urbanites seeking sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle.

Miracle Springs Hot Mineral Resort offers a $95 one-night stay for two in a king bed or two-queen beds standard room, Mondays through Wednesdays. There’s also $125 one-night standard room with a Swedish massage for one person or dinner for two at Capri restaurant, Mondays through Wednesdays.

However, if you don’t want to go that far and plan to do something special near San Fernando Valley, these are for you.

Lake Balboa and Woodley Park (Van Nuys)

There are a lot of parks throughout the Valley, but these two in particular will up the ante on any picnic. Lake Balboa offers boat rentals, bike paths, cherry trees and a dense population of ducks, geese and swans. Woodley Park is host to similar features but it also contains a breathtaking Japanese garden.

Aroma Coffee & Tea Company (Studio City)

The Tujunga Village area in Studio City is charming with all its tchotchke shops and restaurants, including the infamous and recently relocated Henry’s Tacos and the new Vitello’s. The most popular spot on the strip is Aroma with its garden patios, reading rooms, and pastries as big as your head.

Republic of Pie (North Hollywood)

Deep in the heart of the NoHo Arts District are several hot spots worth checking out. Theaters (El Portal and Acme), bars (The Federal and Bow & Truss), bottomless brunches (Eclectic) and an indie movie theater (Laemmle NoHo 7) to name some. A simple pie shop may be the superstar though. Home to handmade artisan pies, teas, coffee and a charming community help-yourself library, you’ll simply have to come back again and again to Republic of Pie because you won’t be satisfied trying just one slice. For the cold brew coffee fans, it’s on tap. And here’s a hint for tea lovers: decaf blood orange.

]]>In case you have nothing planned or it fell through, here are some options you can pull together at the last minute.http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/back-up-plans-for-spring-break/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/back-up-plans-for-spring-break/Ways to make life easier at music festivalshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/iiFIcNLfcxg/Lifestylemusic festivalsBrooke HollandMon, 30 Mar 2015 12:00:00 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90492If you’re planing three days of mischief and musical bliss at a spring music festival, it’s important to pack for the main event.

We’ve put together five essential items that will get you through the fun, heat and crowds. This roundup of all-things festival is sure to have you fully prepared whether you’re “hotel-ing,” driving in for one day or camping at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and Stagecoach.

Empty CamelBak or Empty Water Bottle

It’s easy to forget your body needs to be hydrated when you’re dancing in the sun. Be sure to bring an empty CamelBak and fill it up once inside the festival gates. Find an affordable CamelBak here.

Sealed water bottles are not allowed into the venue at Coachella or Stagecoach, but empty bottles are. Chug water constantly to avoid passing out or any other medical emergency.

Cash

To save time before you catch your favorite artists, it’s important to get cash out before you arrive. Festival ATM machines tend to charge a fee and have long lines. Most transactions require cash anyway. Keep it safe and split the cash up in small amounts.

Spray Sunscreen

Spray sunscreen is quicker and easier to use than lotion. No matter how tan you might be, everyone needs sunscreen. Bring enough to share with friends. Also, skin cancer and the Indio sun are no joke.

If you don’t want to buy a new case, remember to bring your charger along. There’s plenty of charging stations inside the festival. Put your phone on airplane mode and turn down the screen’s brightness. Airplane mode disables your Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, so you won’t be able to receive or make calls and text messages. No matter what, don’t rely on your phone for everything and plan to lose cell service.

A Spare Set of Keys

Bring an extra set of car keys if you plan to drive or camp. Make sure to give the keys to the most responsible person in your group, and don’t hide them in the car. Also, bring an extra hotel key if you’re not outdoor camping.

]]>These five essentials can save you a lot of trouble and stresshttp://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/ways-to-make-life-easier-at-music-festivals/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/ways-to-make-life-easier-at-music-festivals/Dean Smith’s legacy lives onhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/dailysundial/~3/PMimBzs9uEs/FeaturedProSportsLauren HolmesMon, 30 Mar 2015 10:04:57 PDThttp://sundial.csun.edu/?p=90531He had plans after death. A post- humorous dinner date with about 180 players that suited up for him in his 36 year career as University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s head coach.

Dean Smith, who died February 7th this year at 83, didn’t know when he would take his final breath, but he did know that he wanted to reward the players that helped him become the ninth most winningest division one college coach in NCAA history.

The $200 check accompanied a letter that said “enjoy a dinner out compliments of Coach Dean Smith.” The checks were sent out Monday to all of Smith’s former players which included the likes of Michael Jordan, Vince Carter and Jerry Stackhouse.

Accountant Tim Breedlove wrote the letter on Smith’s behalf via the instructions in his will. Breedlove confirmed the letter was real during a conversation with USA Today’s sport section, For The Win.

Though it seemed like a surprising gesture to most, the late coach was known for having a personal relationship with his players by keeping their best interest at heart especially when it came to their academics.

96.6 percent of his players received their degree whether they finished at the end of their playing career or returned to school later. Smith instilled the importance of obtaining a degree in his players.

Besides educational success, Smith achieved collegiate feats with the Tar Heels, including 11 trips to the NCAA Final Four. He is currently tied second all-time with Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski and only bested by University of California, Los Angeles’ John Wooden 12 appearances.

Smith was able to capitalize on two of those visits with a NCAA championship, while coaching future Los Angeles Laker James Worthy in ’82 and another in ’93 with former McDonald’s All-American Eric Montross.

The four-time National Coach of the Year is regarded by some as a “coaching legend” and Michael Jordan credited his successful playing career to Smith during his Basketball Hall of Fame induction speech.

Coach Dean Smith entered the hall of fame, too. He did it five times – once for his efforts as a University of Kansas athlete, another for his contribution to international basketball, and three times to commemorate his career as a coach; those included the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame, Basketball Hall of Fame and College Hall of Fame respectively.

Though Smith has entered into a different type of realm this go- around, he has still figured out a way to connect with his players.

This time with a night out on the town.

]]>He had plans after death. A post- humorous dinner date with about 180 players that suited up for him in his 36 year career as University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s head coach. Dean Smith, who died February 7th this year at 83, didn’t know when he would take his final breath, but he did know that he wanted to reward the players that helped him become the ninth most winningest division one college coach in NCAA history. The $200 check accompanied a letter that said “enjoy a dinner out compliments of Coach Dean Smith.” The checks were sent out Monday to all of Smith’s former players which included the likes of Michael Jordan, Vince Carter and Jerry Stackhouse. Accountant Tim Breedlove wrote the letter on Smith’s behalf via the instructions in his will. Breedlove confirmed the letter was real during a conversation with USA Today’s sport section, For The Win. Though it seemed like a surprising gesture to most, the late coach was known for having a personal relationship with his players by keeping their best interest at heart especially when it came to their academics. 96.6 percent of his players received their degree whether they finished at the end of their playing career or returned to school later. Smith instilled the importance of obtaining a degree in his players. Besides educational success, Smith achieved collegiate feats with the Tar Heels, including 11 trips to the NCAA Final Four. He is currently tied second all-time with Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski and only bested by University of California, Los Angeles’ John Wooden 12 appearances. Smith was able to capitalize on two of those visits with a NCAA championship, while coaching future Los Angeles Laker James Worthy in ’82 and another in ’93 with former McDonald’s All-American Eric Montross. The four-time National Coach of the Year is regarded by some as a “coaching legend” and Michael Jordan credited his successful playing career to Smith during his Basketball Hall of Fame induction speech. Coach Dean Smith entered the hall of fame, too. He did it five times – once for his efforts as a University of Kansas athlete, another for his contribution to international basketball, and three times to commemorate his career as a coach; those included the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame, Basketball Hall of Fame and College Hall of Fame respectively. Though Smith has entered into a different type of realm this go- around, he has still figured out a way to connect with his players. This time with a night out on the town.http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/dean-smiths-legacy/feed/0http://sundial.csun.edu/2015/03/dean-smiths-legacy/